Tottenham striker Jermain Defoe admits he's been frustrated by his broken foot.

Defoe told The Sun: "It's been difficult for me as it was my first proper injury. Considering I'm 26, I've been quite lucky.

"It was hard missing the Carling Cup final. As soon as I was injured that was the first thing I thought of.

"I took my aggression out on a punchbag as I've got a little gym at my house.

"The first six weeks were hard because I was on crutches. It was horrible. I couldn't do much.

"Wrighty has always been a help. We were both together for a spell at West Ham when I was 17. He kept in touch and rings me every Sunday.

"After the injury, he said it was important I rested. He was gutted.

"Hopefully, I'll be back in full training on Tuesday. After that it will be up to the manager but I'm ready to play again.'